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Learning and skills newsApprenticeships summitFollowing the government review of apprenticeships and as part of National Apprenticeships Week, employers and training providers, as well as representatives from the LSC, gathered to debate today how to increase employer involvement in the scheme. While the CBI has welcomed the government’s ambition to expand the programme, we have put forward ideas – based on member consultation – for reforms to deliver greater flexibility in apprenticeship frameworks, reduce red tape, encourage more young people to consider apprenticeships and ensure that key skills is taught in a relevant way.Company qualificationsThe CBI has welcomed the government's announcement that Flybe, McDonald's and Network Rail will be able to award nationally recognised qualifications through their training programmes. John Cridland said: "Flybe, McDonalds and Network Rail deserve recognition for trail blazing this initiative and making it easier for companies wanting to follow in their footsteps."
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